Senior Lecturer

Automotive Engineering (with Placement) - UH-000074

<p>The University of Huddersfield seeks and encourages applicants in order to widen participation, improve access and apply the principles of equal opportunities.  We provide support for applicants who require additional assistance in order to select the right course of study and make a successful transition to studying at University.  We encourage local, national and international applications.  Further information for <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international">International Students can be found on their website</a>.<a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international">http://www.hud.ac.uk/international</a></p>
<p>If you were educated outside the UK, you are required to have International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in any single component.  For MSc programmes with Placement, the minimum for IELTS is 7.0 overall with 6.5 in any single component.  If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessionalenglishprogramme/">Pre-Sessional English Programmes.</a></p>
<p>The University provides opportunities for the accreditation of prior learning (APL) as stated in section 3 of the <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-3/">Regulations for Awards.</a></p>
<p>The University’s general minimum entry requirements are specified in Section 1 of the <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-1/">Regulations for Awards<strong>.</strong></a></p>
<p>Every person who applies for this course and meets the minimum entry requirement – regardless of any disability – will be given the same opportunity in the selection process.  General advice and information regarding disability and the support the University can give can be found by contacting student services as follows:</p>
<p>Telephone<strong>:</strong> 01484 471001</p>
<p>Email: disability@hud.ac.uk</p>
<p>Further information is available on the <a href="https://students.hud.ac.uk/help/disability/">disability services website.</a>    </p>
<p>Further advice on the specific skills and abilities needed to successfully undertake this course can be found by contacting the admissions tutor and by visiting our <a href="https://courses.hud.ac.uk">course finder website page</a>.</p>
<p>Course entry requirements are as given on the University web site (<a href="https://courses.hud.ac.uk">https://courses.hud.ac.uk</a>).</p>

<div>The <strong>MSc Automotive Engineering (with Placement)</strong> is awarded when students complete 240 credits on an approved course of study, which consists of,</div>
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<ul>
<li>180 credits of the MSc, consisting of: 120 credit - taught modules and 60 credit - individual project module - ‘Advanced Technical Project’,</li>
<li>And also 60 – credit Placement module - ‘Professional Development and Practice’.</li>
</ul>
<div>The following regulations apply to MSc Automotive Engineering (with Placement):</div>
<ul>
<li>The “MSc with Placement” route is full-time and therefore does not apply to part-time students.</li>
<li>In order to be eligible to take up the placement that they have found, a student must pass all 180-credits of the MSc course, confirmed at the appropriate Course Assessment Board (CAB).</li>
<li>Students on the “MSc with Placement” wishing to progress onto the placement module should be in good standing with the University and have confirmed, and had their placement approved, with the School before the end of the 12 month taught period.</li>
<li>September starters will usually begin their placement around October/November after the term 3 CAB.</li>
<li>January starters will usually begin placement around February/March after the term 1 CAB.</li>
<li>Securing a placement is the responsibility of the student. </li>
<li>Placements will be assessed for their suitability by the School in terms of their ability to fulfil the Learning Outcomes for the CSP3501/NSP3501 Professional Development and Practice module.</li>
<li>Placements should last between 18 and 24 weeks.</li>
<li>Students who do not have an agreed placement before the end of the 12-month taught period will exit with the award of MSc Automotive Engineering. </li>
<li>Any student failing the placement will not be able to retake this module and will be awarded the MSc Automotive Engineering.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>PgDip Automotive Engineering</strong> will be awarded on the successful completion of the taught modules on the course giving the student 120 credits at master’s level. The 60 credits from the individual project may not be included in this total.</p>
<p><strong>PgCert Automotive Engineering</strong> (*Modern Vehicle Systems and Advanced Automotive Chassis Systems modules and 30 credits from other modules) 60 Credits. The 60 credits from the individual project may not be included in this total.</p>
<p><strong>PgCert Mechanical Engineering</strong> (not more than 15 Credits from Modern Vehicle Systems module and Advanced  Automotive Chassis Systems module) 60 Credits. The 60 credits from the individual project may not be included in this total.</p>
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UH-000074 - Automotive Engineering (with Placement)

Masters Core

Masters Compulsory

Masters Optional

Masters Level

Structure

<p>An approved exception to the University of Huddersfield's Regulations for Awards is in place to allow this Master's with Advanced Professional Practice course to include "(with Placement)" at the end of the course title, rather than the standard "(Advanced Professional Practice)".</p>
<div>The following course regulation, which is a requirement of Professional body accreditation, will be applicable for student entry from academic year 2022-2023.</div>
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<ul>
<li>A maximum of 15 credits in a Master’s degree can be condoned (termed Compensation by the Engineering Council).</li>
</ul>
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Postgraduate Certificate

Postgraduate Diploma

Master of Science

Demonstrate a systematic understanding, and a critical awareness, of current problems legislation and trends in the design, development and use of ground vehicles.

Be familiar with the concept of reflective practice.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the relevant design parameters of systems within a vehicle construction and their function regarding the safe and effective operation of a ground vehicle.

Adopt a professional approach towards their work and colleagues and by example to encourage others to act accordingly.

Exercise professional judgement based on a systematic and methodical analysis of a given complex problem or design issue.

Demonstrate an awareness of the social and political environment within which the automotive industry operates.

Demonstrate an awareness of research and how it underpins practice.

Demonstrate a commitment towards personal and professional development.

Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical, legal and socio-economic issues that impact on ground vehicle engineering.

Demonstrate an advanced  understanding of automotive engineering sciences that underpin effective practice.

Communicate effectively both orally and in written form to both the specialist and non-specialist recipient.

Act autonomously in planning and implementing given tasks at a professional level and demonstrate an ability to exercise independent thought.

Work effectively and constructively within a group environment towards a common goal and recognise the value of collaborative working and the accountability of individuals or groups working within a responsible society.

Self motivated seeker of knowledge able to work independently and enthusiastically towards the solution of a given goal.

Deal effectively with a complex issue by working systematically and creatively towards an informed judgement, even in the absence of complete information.

Undertake a critical appraisal of new technology or research to identify ethical, social and safety issues.

Use advanced laboratory and computer-aided facilities to best advantage in the solution of given tasks.


Undertake advanced analysis of current and new automotive systems.

<ul>
<li>The School Teaching and Learning Committee, a sub-committee of the University Teaching and Learning Committee, is tasked with implementing the University’s teaching and learning strategy and with fostering innovation in teaching and learning and the dissemination of good practice</li>
<li>The School Board, via the School Teaching and Learning Committee has responsibility for implementing University policy through school-defined procedures.</li>
<li>Periodic school and subject reviews take place on a rolling quinquennial programme and focus inter alia on the arrangements for quality management and enhancement, teaching, learning and assessment, C&amp;IT strategies, the articulation and assurances of standards, external examiner reports and evaluation and links with professional bodies, employers and other external organisations.</li>
<li>The Course Committee is responsible for the monitoring and development of the course or programme, taking account of feedback from staff, students and external examiners. Feedback is sought as follows:
<ul>
<li>From students through annual course and module evaluation questionnaires.</li>
<li>From external examiners through annual reports, course assessment board minutes, assessment moderation reports and informal verbal communication during the year.</li>
<li>The annual evaluation of the course/programme is the responsibility of the School Board. The Course Committee prepares an annual evaluation report comprising reporting and evaluation, informed by feedback from staff, students and external examiners and by statistical data.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Amendments to course/programme and module documents are validated by the School Accreditation and Validation Panel.</li>
<li>A process for peer observation of teaching is in place with the object of enhancing teaching practice and sharing ideas between staff.</li>
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UH-000074

<p>The latest subject review for the subject area that includes these courses took place in November 2020. The panel commended the subject area for its assessment strategy, strong research portfolio, industrial liaison panel and the strength of its placement system. The named courses in the area were last accredited by the IMechE in January 2020. The panel commended the area for amongst other things, the Staffs’ enthusiasm toward the students, the enthusiasm and involvement of the Industrial Advisory Panel, the work of the Placement unit, plans for laboratories, innovative approaches to learning methods and the range of projects satisfying the learning outcomes.</p>

<p>At course level support is provided by:</p>
<ul>
<li>Supporting documentation is provided, online, in the form of Student Handbooks, Module Handbooks, Programme Specification Documents (PSD) and Module Specification Documents (MSD).</li>
<li>The Course Leader is available to provide guidance on academic progress.</li>
<li>Module tutors are available to help with academic problems during term time, either on campus or through electronic means such as Microsoft Teams, to facilitate support for distance learning students.</li>
<li>All modules and year groups are supported on the Virtual Learning Environment.</li>
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